Legal Question in Traffic Law in Michigan

My boyfriend and I were pulled over in my vehicle which is registered in my name. He was driving and I was in the passenger seat. We were pulled over after leaving a party. He ran from the cops as soon as he stopped the car and I was drunk so I stayed put. The cops didn't find him. To make a long story short the cops owed me vehicle even though it was mine and I didn't do anything wrong and put a hold on it until the driver turned himself in. By a hold I mean I was charged a park fee everyday and I cannot pay the fees until the driver turned themselves in. They will not let me get any of my stuff out and I believe I was done wrong because it is my vehicle and my stuff in the car. I don't understand how they have the right to do anything of this. I could have slept in my car until I was sober enough to drive but no they had to tow it. I need some legal help with this issue and fast. If need be I will pay for a lawyer. But this is my first step.


Asked on 1/21/15, 9:26 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Christopher Brown Brown & Associates, Legal Services, PLLC

The vehicle was used in a crime so it may be "held" as evidence. If the police will not release the vehicle the only way to do so is through court order. There may be an easier way I.e. convince the prosecutor to release the hold. Contactme for more information.

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Answered on 1/21/15, 9:31 am


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